Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
exelliana
ID:
211395

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Wilczek

Source:
ildis

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles23: 168 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210724

Common Names

  • Exelliana Crotalaria
  • Exelliana Rattlepod
  • Exelliana Rattlebox

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Description

Crotalaria exelliana (also called Exell's Rattlebox, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the Fabaceae family. It is native to the tropical regions of Africa, and grows in dry, open habitats. It has a spreading canopy and grows to a height of up to 1.5 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Crotalaria exelliana has been used as a forage crop, a green manure crop, and a soil improver. It is also used as a cover crop for controlling erosion and improving soil fertility.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Crotalaria exelliana are yellow and tubular in shape. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are green and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crotalaria exelliana is a fast-growing, annual plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best propagated by seed, which should be sown in early spring in a well-drained soil. The seedlings should be thinned to about 10 cm apart. The plant can be harvested for its seed pods when they are dry and brown. The pods can be collected and the seeds can be used for propagation.

Where to Find Crotalaria exelliana

Crotalaria exelliana can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Crotalaria exelliana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crotalaria exelliana?

Crotalaria exelliana

What is the common name of Crotalaria exelliana?

Exell's Crotalaria

What is the natural habitat of Crotalaria exelliana?

Dry, sandy soils

Species in the Crotalaria genus

Crotalaria brevipedunculata, Crotalaria mexicana, Crotalaria nayaritensis, Crotalaria rzedowskii, Crotalaria filifolia, Crotalaria grandiflora, Crotalaria martiana, Crotalaria polyphylla, Crotalaria purdieana, Crotalaria quercetorum, Crotalaria quinquefolia, Crotalaria berteroana, Crotalaria brachycarpa, Crotalaria breviflora, Crotalaria bupleurifolia, Crotalaria flavicoma, Crotalaria hilariana, Crotalaria holosericea, Crotalaria longirostrata, Crotalaria mollicula, Crotalaria nana, Crotalaria nitens, Crotalaria pilosa, Crotalaria pumila, Crotalaria purshii, Crotalaria rufipila, Crotalaria sagittalis, Crotalaria tetragona, Crotalaria unifoliolata, Crotalaria velutina, Crotalaria vespertilio, Crotalaria bahiaensis, Crotalaria boliviensis, Crotalaria goiasensis, Crotalaria harleyi, Crotalaria irwinii, Crotalaria semperflorens, Crotalaria schiedeana, Crotalaria grandiflora, Crotalaria lotifolia, Crotalaria gloriae, Crotalaria balansae, Crotalaria maypurensis, Crotalaria rotundifolia, Crotalaria angulata, Crotalaria allophylla, Crotalaria intricata, Crotalaria warfae, Crotalaria vitellina, Crotalaria cajanifolia,

Species in the Fabaceae family